Download or read book Discovery Guide to Syria written by Diana Drake and published by . This book was released on 2004-12-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Discovery Guide to Syria written by David Claymore and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Syria Travel Guide written by Jesse Russell and published by . This book was released on 2019-11-19 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Syria Travel Guide. Discovery. Numerous magnificent monuments of the antique period, churches and monasteries, architectural complexes and museums remain the main attraction point for tourists in Syria. In the city of Aleppo it will be very interesting to visit an ancient fortress that is located on the main square. The fortress was built in the beginning of the 13th century; slowly more and more new buildings appeared near the fortress and in the end of the century it was already a big city instead of a small settlement. The fortress was a very important strategic point during the war with Mongolia. It successfully countered numerous attacks and managed to keep its original look. Nowadays, in the fort one can see old mosques, tombs, palaces and houses. The ancient city of Bosra is a very important archaeological landmark. During the prehistoric era there was a large city instead of modern Bosra. According to scientists, it was founded yet during the reign of Amenhotep. During the reign of the Roman Empire the city changed its name to Nova Trajana Bostra. For many years the city was the reason for military actions as it was located on the crossing of important trading routes. Later the city became the territory of the Byzantine Empire, so now it's possible to see architectural landmarks that belong to the three great epochs. In Bosra you will find ruins of first Arabian temples, an ancient Roman theatre and Byzantine churches.
Download or read book Syria Revealed written by Anthony King and published by Boxer Publishing. This book was released on 1995 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This country can be traveled by following these suggestions by King. His knowledge of the area is a remarkable discovery.
Download or read book The Monuments of Syria written by Ross Burns and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This is a guidebook to Syria's historical and archeological treasures. It is a new, revised and expanded edition in a travel-friendly format. Syria is home to some of the world's richest historical and archaeological remains dating from the Bronze Age through biblical and Byzantine times to the early Islamic and Ottoman periods. Yet even in an age of mass tourism these magnificent monuments are little known and rarely visited - in other words, ripe for discovery by independent-minded and adventurous travellers."The Monuments of Syria" is organised as a gazetteer of all Syria's historical sites, with complementary sections on history and architectural influences and comprehensive chronologies and glossaries. This fully revised edition includes the latest information about site visits and the layout of museums, extensive and detailed itineraries for further travel and a new 24-page colour section."--Bloomsbury Publishing.
Download or read book Syria and Lebanon written by Dorothy Stannard and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The classic series provides the complete picture through expert and informative text and remarkable photography. Each book is an inspiring background read, serves as an invaluable, on-the-spot companion and can be kept as a superb, visual souvenir of a visit.
Download or read book The Rough Guide to Syria written by Andrew Beattie and published by Rough Guides. This book was released on 2001 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to Syria is the essential guide to this compact but culturally rich Middle Eastern country. Features include: Thorough accounts of all the monuments, from the ancient remains at Palmyra and Ugarit to stately mosques and hilltop crusader castles. Practical advice on shopping in the souks of Damascus and Aleppo and exploring the desert plains. Informed guidance on how to travel independently, and where to eat and sleep, in every price range. Detailed background on the country's history, culture, architecture and politics.
Download or read book The Complete Travel Guide for Syria written by YouGuide and published by Youguide International BV. This book was released on with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Complete Travel Guide Series" offers a comprehensive exploration of diverse destinations worldwide. Each book provides detailed insights into local culture, history, attractions, and practical travel tips, ensuring travellers are well-prepared to embark on memorable journeys. With vibrant illustrations, beautiful pictures and up to date information, this series is an essential companion for any type of traveller seeking enriching experiences.
Download or read book Ancient Syria written by Captivating History and published by . This book was released on 2024-05-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the Wonders and Mysteries of Ancient Syria A pivotal crossroads of trade and culture, ancient Syria was an exhilarating and revolutionary place. Syria has always been a volatile land rocked by forces competing for power. Yet, it gave birth to the world's first library and the first purely alphabetic writing system. An exciting epicenter of early Christianity flourished in Antioch and Damascus. Explore ancient Syria's riveting history and breathtaking culture in this well-researched yet easy-to-read book. Unwrap the fascinating stories of people who left an indelible mark on ancient Syria. Some of the intriguing questions this book answers include: ���� How did a picnic lead to the discovery of the lost city of Urkesh? ���� What secrets did Ebla's ancient library reveal? ���� How many of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities are in Syria? ⚔️ Did Egypt's Ramesses II survive an ambush in the Battle of Qadesh? ����️ What Syrian cities crumpled in the Bronze Age Collapse? ���� Where did the Assyrians send the Syrians exiled from Damascus, Qadesh, and Hamath? ����️ What Syrian language became the official language of the Persian-Achaemenid Empire? ����️ Why did the early Christians in Antioch build their church in a cave? ���� What Syrian queen ruled the eastern part of the Roman Empire?
Download or read book Monuments of Syria written by and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Guide to Syria written by Afif Bahnassi and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Syria written by Sarah Standish and published by Culture Smart! The Essential G. This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illuminating and practical guide to Syrian culture and society. It will help you turn your visit - whether it's for business or for pleasure - into a memorable and enriching experience -- from cover.
Download or read book Discovery Guide to Eastern Turkey and the Black Sea Coast written by Diana Darke and published by Hippocrene Books. This book was released on 1990 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Forthcoming Books written by Rose Arny and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 1306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The History of Syria written by John A. Shoup and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2018-10-25 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Syria is a country in turmoil, making headlines almost daily with news about its violent civil war and refugee crisis. This one-volume addition to the Greenwood Histories of the Modern Nations series focuses on the events in the history of Syria from ancient times to the present, allowing readers to place current events within the context of the country's history. Following the series format, the book opens with a timeline of key events in Syria's history. An introductory chapter provides a broad overview of life in Syria today. Chronologically arranged chapters follow, beginning with Prehistory to the Byzantine Period. The latter half of the volume focuses on the modern historic events that have occurred since World War II. A glossary of terms, an appendix of notable people, and an annotated bibliography round out the work, making it an ideal resource for high school students, undergraduates, and other general readers who are looking for an introductory text on Syrian history.
Download or read book Anderson s Travel Companion written by Compiled by Sarah Anderson and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-12-05 with total page 1234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A selection of the best in travel writing, with both fiction and non-fiction presented together, this companion is for all those who like travelling, like to think about travelling, and who take an interest in their destination. It covers guidebooks as well as books about food, history, art and architecture, religion, outdoor activities, illustrated books, autobiographies, biographies and fiction and lists books both in and out of print. Anderson's Travel Companion is arranged first by continent, then alphabetically by country and then by subject, cross-referenced where necessary. There is a separate section for guidebooks and comprehensive indexes. Sarah Anderson founded the Travel Bookshop in 1979 and is also a journalist and writer on travel subjects. She is known by well-known travel writers such as Michael Palin and Colin Thubron. Michael Palin chose her bookshop as his favourite shop and Colin Thubron and Geoffrey Moorhouse, among others, made suggestions for titles to include in the Travel Companion.
Download or read book My House in Damascus written by Diana Darke and published by Haus Publishing. This book was released on 2014-08-15 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ongoing conflict in Syria has made clear just how limited the general knowledge of Syrian society and history is in the West. For those watching the headlines and wondering what led the nation to this point, and what might come next, this book is a perfect place to start developing a deeper understanding. Based on decades of living and working in Syria, My House in Damascus offers an inside view of Syria’s cultural and complex religious and ethnic communities. Diana Darke, a fluent Arabic speaker who moved to Damascus in 2004 after decades of regular visits, details the ways that the Assad regime, and its relationship to the people, differs from the regimes in Egypt, Tunisia, and Libya—and why it was thus always less likely to collapse quickly, even in the face of widespread unrest and violence. Through the author’s firsthand experiences of buying and restoring a house in the old city of Damascus, which she later offered as a sanctuary to friends, Darke presents a clear picture of the realities of life on the ground and what hope there is for Syria’s future.
